Mcpherson

July 29, 2003

Christina McPherson, 84, of West Newton died July 26, 2003, at home. Born Oct. 25, 1918 in Springfield, Ill., daugther of John and Helen (Risko) Stoyka. Preceded in death by parents, husband Charles Clayton McPherson whom she married on Sept. 4, 1937, and two children. She is survived by nine children, 16 grandchildren and 21 great-grandchildren. She was an active member of her church, The Church in Sutersville, and enjoyed volunteering her time to many service organizations. Visitation from 10 to 11 a.m. the time of service Thursday at Belsano United Methodist Church. Interment, Belsano U.B. Cemetery, Belsano. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, 320 Bilmar Dr., Pittsburgh, Pa. 15205-4620.